Testimonials

Charlie and the team at Cardinal Mark went above and beyond to ensure that we obtained excellent candidates to fill our positions. They saved me significant amount of time with their excellent vetting process to bring only highly qualified candidates into our process. I would estimate that their support helped us reduce the recruitment cycle by at least 50% compared to our teams performing this ourselves.

mike Jensen Gauthier Industries

Mike Jensen

Gauthier Industries

Cardinal Board Services was instrumental in helping Frattalone Construction establish a strong and effective corporate board governance structure. They also successfully recruited two highly qualified independent directors who have added significant value to our Board of Directors. Cardinal was professional, responsive, and thorough from start to finish. I would highly recommend them to any organization seeking board governance consulting or board member recruitment services.

Cardinal Mark has been a trusted recruiting partner to Enterprise Minnesota for more than 15 years, helping us recruit over 50% of our key employees, including my own placement as CEO. Their ability to understand our business, culture, and leadership needs has consistently resulted in outstanding candidates who have strengthened our organization. We value Cardinal Mark as a true long-term partner in building our leadership team.

Mark O’Leary

Mark O’Leary

Enterprise Minn

Charlie and the team at Cardinal Mark went above and beyond to ensure that we obtained excellent candidates to fill our positions. They saved me significant amount of time with their excellent vetting process to bring only highly qualified candidates into our process. I would estimate that their support helped us reduce the recruitment cycle by at least 50% compared to our teams performing this ourselves.

Joel Pastore

Joel Pastore

Eirchrom

We engaged Cardinal Mark to lead our search for a new General Manager, a uniquely challenging mandate due to the specialized, niche markets Eichrom serves. Cardinal Mark stood out as a true partner throughout the entire process. Their team took the time to understand the culture of our company, the nuances of our industry, and the technical requirements demanded by our customers – acting as a genuine extension of our leadership team, rather than just a recruiter. They provided a high-quality, targeted slate of candidates and managed the engagement with exceptional professionalism and attention to detail. We are thrilled with the successful outcome and highly recommend Cardinal Mark to any organization looking for a strategic, hands-on partner for complex executive searches.

mike fern

Mike Fern

Eirchrom

We have relied on Cardinal Board Services to help us identify board candidates that align with the needs of our firm over the past several years.  Along the way, the team has taken the time to get to know us, creating a real partnership. 

lindsay wilson

Lindsay Wilson

President
Corgan

We have contracted with Cardinal Board Services and Cardinal Mark since 2019 on a number of board and executive placements for our firm.  In each case, the principals with whom we worked, understood our objectives with each specific placement, but they also knew our business and so were able to conduct our searches through a specific and comprehensive lens.  In all cases, we have been extremely pleased with their person lead- relationship based model that delivered candidates who were ready to go to work in culture- Day 1.

Matt Binsfeld

Matt Binsfeld

President and Chief Executive Officer
Brennan

Cardinal Mark has been a valued partner to Canterbury Holdings for the past seven years, helping us successfully recruit three of our six independent directors. Their understanding of board composition, governance, and cultural fit has helped us add highly qualified directors who bring meaningful perspective and value to our boardroom. We appreciate Cardinal Mark’s thoughtful process, strong judgment, and commitment to finding the right leaders for our organization.

Randy Sampson

Randy Sampson

Caterbury Park

Working with Charlie and the team at Cardinal Board Services has been a highly effective experience for Precision AirConvey. They have partnered with us to recruit three strategic directors to our board, including a recent addition that have been instrumental in advancing our market strategy within the convenience store sector.

What differentiates Cardinal is their commitment to truly understanding our business, culture, and long-term strategic goals. Their research-driven approach and ability to identify leaders who not only bring specific expertise but also fit seamlessly with our team has been invaluable. We are very pleased with the caliber of talent they’ve brought to our board and the tangible impact these directors have had on our growth. I would strongly recommend Cardinal Board Services to any organization seeking a trusted advisor to build a high-impact board.

Tom Embley, President & CEO, Precision AirConvey

Tom Embley

President & CEO
Precision AirConvey

Cardinal Board Services has been a trusted advisor to me and Scherer Brothers across several important board initiatives, including board organization, compensation consulting, and the recruitment of independent directors. They also recruited me to serve as an independent director for one of their client boards, giving me firsthand appreciation for the quality and professionalism of their process. Cardinal Board Services brings strong judgment, deep governance experience, and a practical understanding of what makes boards more effective.

Peter Scherer

Peter Scherer

Chairman & CEO
Scherer Bros Lumber